Leviton recently announced a new integration of the My Leviton app and Sonos audio systems. Debuting at the 2026 NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS), this partnership brings a new level of convenience and personalization to smart homes by merging lighting and audio control to create a customized residential experience.

Leviton recently announced the Submetering Pro Certification Program, a comprehensive training initiative designed to equip contractors with the expertise to meet growing submetering code requirements in the multi-family, commercial and industrial sectors. The program is free for qualifying contractors.

From switches and dimmers to motion sensors, outlets, plug-in switches/dimmers, and more, Leviton offers products that can transform both new and existing homes into smart homes.

Craig DiLouie recently had the opportunity to interview Jim, O’Brien, Electrician and Leviton Contractor Marketing Manager about what’s new in home automation for an upcoming article in Electrical Contractor Magazine.

Leviton recently announced the opening of its latest Leviton LIVE customer experience center in Nashville, Tennessee. Developed by retrofitting an industrial wholesale building built in 1892, the new Leviton LIVE experience center provides customers with a hands-on experience specific to their unique projects’ needs for both residential and commercial settings.

Leviton recently announced the launch of four new Lever Edge (formerly Decora Edge) devices–a 15A Tamper-Resistant GFCI, a 15A Weather/Tamper-Resistant GFCI, a Dimmer, and a 20A Tamper-Resistant Duplex Outlet.

As lighting control becomes more robust and easier to apply, today’s electrical distributor has extraordinary choice in servicing new construction projects and enhancing lighting upgrades. Manufacturers point to top trends including greater networked controls interoperability, systems integration, powerful digital LED drivers, wireless control, and growing application of control as a tool to enhance the occupant experience.

Leviton recently announced a major upgrade to its Decora Smart Z-Wave Plus™ portfolio with the introduction of the new 800-Series Switch (ZW15S) and Dimmer (ZW6HD). The new 800-Series devices are backwards compatible with any Z-Wave network, ensuring interoperability with a wide range of modern Z-Wave hubs and security systems, including Samsung SmartThings™, Ring Security, Alarm.com, and Home Assistant, providing users with a safe and secure smart home experience.

Craig DiLouie, LC, CLCP recently had the pleasure of interviewing David Buerer, Director of Product Management for Controls, Leviton for an upcoming article about lighting control trends for tED Magazine, the official publication of the NAED. Here’s the transcript.

Leviton recently expanded its popular Smart Wallbox Sensor line with multi-technology models that combine PIR and microphonics sensing technology with switching and dimming for easy energy savings and code compliance.

This educational video, produced by the Lighting Controls Association at the 2024 LEDucation event in New York City, introduces the building industry to Leviton’s new family of smart room controllers and sensors.

Leviton has announced the expansion of the Smart Sensor line with Smart Ceiling Mount Room Controllers (SRC) and Smart Ceiling Mount Sensors (CMS). The line simplifies advanced lighting controls by integrating several control strategies into a self-contained, cost-effective, and easy-to-install device. By requiring just two devices instead of the industry’s standard four for code compliance requirements, the solutions streamline installation.

This educational video, produced by the Lighting Controls Association at the 2023 LEDucation event in New York City, introduces the building industry to Leviton’s Light Fixture-Integrated Smart Sensors, which combine occupancy/vacancy sensing with 0-10V dimming or ON/OFF switching for highly responsive lighting control and optimal energy savings.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced six winners in Phase Two of the DOE Lighting Prize (L-Prize®) competition, including Lighting Controls Association members Leviton and McWong.

Leviton recently announced the introduction of its new line of Decora Countdown Timer Switches. The line consists of eleven models in total, including 15A models featuring the company’s new Green Flex Sleeve for easy wiring to ground or neutral wires, and 20A models that can be used in single pole, multi-way or multi-timer applications and support higher load ratings.

Leviton recently announced the ninth edition of its popular Captain Code Guide, which features changes and additions to the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC®), is now available in a Spanish edition. This offering is in recognition of the growing number of installers for whom Spanish is their primary language.

The automatic lighting controls at a popular sports arena in Philadelphia were nearing the end of their life cycle. Arena managers needed to retrofit the lighting controls while ensuring events and operations were not interrupted. Leviton and Diversified Lighting worked with arena managers to replace aging lighting controls with GreenMAX Relay Panels, producing multiple benefits.

Leviton recently introduced an expansion of their integrated in-fixture control offering with Smart Fixture Mount Sensors (FMS) for high bay applications. These in-fixture controls are engineered to install directly into high-bay and low-bay luminaires to provide an integrated occupancy sensing, dimming, daylight harvesting and scheduling solution to meet the most stringent energy code requirements.

Leviton’s Solo High Bay PIR Occupancy Sensors integrate PIR occupancy detection and photocell technology directly into 0-10V dimming fixtures for standalone lighting control.

Industry journalist Craig DiLouie recently had the opportunity to interview Thomas Leonard, Vice President, Commercial Controls, and Jeff Beyert, Vice President, Channel Sales & Service, of Leviton for an article about lighting control fundamentals to be published in the July 2023 issue of tED Magazine, the official publication of the NAED. The main question is: What does is the minimum every electrical distributor needs to know to begin to understand the lighting controls category?

Lighting Controls Podcast: Simple Devices Do Not Mean Simple Solutions

After a brief hiatus, the Lighting Controls Podcast is back with a wide-ranging conversation about where the industry stands today. In this episode, hosts C. Webster Marsh and Ron Kuszmar discuss why consistent content matters, where professionals can start learning lighting controls, and why local reps and manufacturers are often the most overlooked educational resources.

Lighting Controls Academy Publishes Video Course on Lighting Controls and the 2021 IECC

The Lighting Controls Academy is pleased to offer Lighting Controls and the 2021 IECC, a Lighting Controls Academy course, available as a free video.

Lighting Controls Academy Publishes Video Course on Lighting Control System Design (Part 3)

The Lighting Controls Academy is pleased to offer Part 3 of Lighting Control System Design, a Lighting Controls Academy course, available as a free video.

Lighting Controls Academy Publishes Video Course on Lighting Control System Design (Part 2)

The Lighting Controls Academy is pleased to offer Part 2 of Lighting Control System Design, a Lighting Controls Academy course, available as a free video.

Lighting Controls Academy Publishes Video Course on Lighting Control System Design (Part 1)

The Lighting Controls Academy is pleased to offer Part 1 of Lighting Control System Design, a Lighting Controls Academy course, available as a free video.

Lighting Controls Academy Publishes Video Course on Daylight-Responsive Lighting Control

The Lighting Controls Academy is pleased to offer Daylight-Responsive Lighting Controls, a Lighting Controls Academy course, available as a free video.

Lighting Controls Academy Publishes Video Course on Wireless Lighting Controls

The Lighting Controls Academy is pleased to offer Networked Wireless Lighting Controls, a Lighting Controls Academy course, available as a free video.

Busting Myths About LLLCs

In this video by the Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance, two lighting experts bust popular myths about luminaire-level lighting controls (LLLCs).

DLC Offers NLC Training Videos

The DesignLights Consortium (DLC) offers a free series of training videos covering various aspects of networked lighting controls.

The Lighting Controls Podcast: Mitch Hefter Talks Standards

In this episode of the Lighting Controls Podcast co-produced by the Lighting Controls Academy and sponsored by manufacturer MaxLite, hosts C. Webster Marsh and Ron Kuzmar interview industry veteran Mitch Hefter, LC, MIES of Mitch Hefter Consulting.